News near Kuah Jetty
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Six arrested in Malaysia over drug syndicate tied to co-pilot's Jakarta arrest
Police arrested six local men between Aug 20 and 28 for suspected involvement in an international drug trafficking syndicate linked to a Malaysian co-pilot arrested in Jakarta. Four of the suspects had fled to Thailand and Vietnam but were arrested upon their return at Kuah jetty, Langkawi, and Penang International Airport. All six are detained under the Dangerous Drugs (Special Preventive Measures) Act 1985.
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Police arrest man over TikTok post on temple demolition gathering
Police in Kangar arrested a 55-year-old man in Petaling Jaya over a TikTok post promoting a gathering at the site of a demolished temple in Bukit Lagi. The post was suspected of inciting tensions following the temple's demolition on Aug 20. The suspect was remanded for two days to assist investigations under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.
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Pang Ron-Pei Jing reach China Masters semis with third straight upset
Malaysian independent mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron and Lai Pei Jing defeated Taiwan's Liu Kuang Heng-Hsu Yin Hui 24-22, 21-5 at the Sports Centre Gymnasium in Shenzhen to reach the China Masters semi-finals. This is their first semi-final appearance at a World Tour Super 750 event, just four months after forming their partnership.
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Star City frustrated by late goals again
Star City FC (SCFC) drew 2-2 with Kedah FA in the Piala FA round of 16 at Stadium Darul Aman in Alor Setar. Coach Mehmet expressed concern over the team's recurring issue of conceding late goals, which also happened against Sabah FC. SCFC came from behind with goals from Douglas Oliveira and Pedro Henriquue.
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12-year-old boy killed in Gurun crash involving motorcycle, two lorries
A 12-year-old boy was killed in an accident involving a motorcycle and two lorries at Masjid Batu 3, Jalan Jeniang, Gurun, Kedah. The Kedah Fire and Rescue Department received a distress call at 1.36pm and dispatched firefighters from the Guar Chempedak station. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by a medical officer.
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Boy killed in accident in front of mosque
A 12-year-old boy was killed and a teenager survived an accident involving a motorcycle and two lorries in front of Masjid Batu 3, Jalan Jeniang, Gurun, Kedah.
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Southern Thailand Situation: Malaysia-Thailand Border Control Enhanced - Defense Minister
Defense Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said border security at the Malaysia-Thailand border will be enhanced following incidents in southern Thailand, during a visit to Kem Bukit Kayu Hitam. He also announced a Cabinet Note to expedite camp development and construction of 205 units of armed forces family homes.
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Kedah FA to field reserve players against NSFC II
Kedah FA coach Akmal Rizal Ahmad Rakhli plans to field reserve players in the upcoming Liga A1 Semi-Pro match against Negeri Sembilan FC II in Tampin this Sunday. This decision is to rest key players ahead of the FA Cup second leg against Star City FC, following a 2-2 draw at Stadium Darul Aman.
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Akmal Rizal praises Kedah FA players' fighting spirit
Kedah FA coach Akmal Rizal praised his team's fighting spirit after they drew 2-2 with Star City FC in the first leg of the FA Cup round of 16 at Stadium Darul Aman in Alor Setar. The second leg will be played in Kangar on 8 September.
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Kedah FA and Star City draw at Darul Aman
Kedah FA and Star City FC played to a 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Piala FA Round of 16 tie at Stadium Darul Aman in Alor Setar. The second leg will be held in Kangar, Perlis on September 8.
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Star City hunt for comfortable lead in Alor Setar
Star City FC (SCFC) are determined to secure a comfortable lead when they face Kedah FA in the first leg of the Piala FA round of 16 at Stadium Darul Aman tonight. Coach Mehmet Durakovic said the team is ready to bounce back from their heavy defeat to JDT and is focused on winning the away match.
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Four arrested for allegedly robbing foreigners in Kodiang
Four men were arrested in connection with armed gang robberies targeting homes of foreigners in Kodiang, Kedah. The arrests followed a report by a Myanmar national whose house was broken into and who was assaulted and robbed. Police seized several items and the suspects are remanded until September 3.
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Kedah FA hunt for goals against SCFC at home
Kedah FA, a Liga A1 team, will face Liga Super side Star City FC (SCFC) in the first leg of their FA Cup round of 16 tie at Stadium Darul Aman in Alor Setar. Coach Akmal Rizal Ahmad Rakhli acknowledges his team's underdog status but is confident in their preparations and the potential of their three new import players.